1988 Holden Barina vs. 1997 Marcos Mantis
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantis (352 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 459 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Marcos Mantis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Marcos Mantis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantis (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Barina | 1997 Marcos Mantis | |
Make | Holden | Marcos |
Model | Barina | Mantis |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1189 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2290 mm |